2003 Ariel Atom vs. 2003 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2003 Ariel Atom and 2003 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,816 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Sierra (275 HP) has 166 more horse power than 2003 Ariel Atom. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1483 kg more than 2003 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 GMC Sierra (386 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm). This means 2003 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ariel Atom | 2003 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ariel | GMC |
| Model | Atom | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 462 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3380 mm |
